Several times this winter, many of us have been snowed in (or “iced” in, as the case may be). Though we often dislike the turmoil and physical discomfort that comes with shoveling and power outages, there is something exciting about experiencing a snow storm and seeing the pristine white powder transform our world into something new. The silver lining of impassable roads and canceled plans is that we get to experience change, and are offered an opportunity to embody the energies of letting go. We are able to build up our muscles of allowing and detaching, and surrendering to what is, rather than becoming upset about what isn’t. As the energies on the planet and within ourselves continue to quicken, we will all fare best if we can learn to master the art of coping with change and rising above the undercurrent. Mastery includes being flexible, making intuitively guided decisions, detaching from expectations, and learning to go with the flow. If we remember to look for the silver lining in all that we experience, a brighter, more meaningful world will be revealed. The approaching storm due later this week offers another opportunity for inner growth and change. Here’s to us all making the best of what Mother Nature brings us!